Kitchen remodels are an effective way to increase your home's enjoyment, functionality, and ROI. Even a minor kitchen remodel can bring an 81.1% return on your investment. Of course, if you want to maximize the value of your remodel, you want to do it right the first time. Before you start, here are the mistakes to avoid when remodeling your kitchen.

Ignoring the Flow of Your Kitchen

Your kitchen is a central gathering space and one of your home's most functional and heavily trafficked areas. It requires the proper flow for entertaining, family time, and cooking, so approach your kitchen remodel with your day-to-day movement in mind.

Consider how you'll get from your oven to the kitchen island or through the doorway to the dining area and back. You may decide an open-concept kitchen is the right choice for your family or want to create a separate room from your home. Whatever you choose, work with a kitchen remodeling team to ensure the flow meets your needs and your expectations.

Choosing Your Materials Out of Order

When tackling a kitchen remodel, it's easy to get caught up in the big-picture fantasy and forget the details. For example, you could choose your cabinets and later realize they won't work with your favorite countertop granite. Instead, your materials must be considered together, from flooring to fixtures, to ensure they enhance your kitchen's aesthetics.

Focusing on Value Over Functionality and Style

Unless you have an unlimited budget, there's always a sense of urgency to find the best value for your kitchen. Sticking to your budget is always recommended, but you shouldn't compromise functionality and style. Choosing poor-quality materials turns your kitchen into something to tolerate instead of enjoying. The team at Keechi Creek Builder blends value, functionality, and style to find a design and price point that works for you.

Forgetting to Plan for Storage

Storage is an essential part of your kitchen's functionality. Whether you cook or entertain, you need enough cabinets, drawers, and shelving to accommodate your needs. You can also get creative if you don't like the look of excess cabinets. An oversized kitchen island hides away storage below eye level and keeps your focus on your loved ones.

Kitchens are increasingly transformed into multi-functional rooms to accommodate projects, homework, talking with friends, and working on hobbies. Instead of tucking everything into your pots and pans storage, we can talk through dedicated cabinetry and storage systems to make your kitchen as efficient as possible.

Failing to Maximize Your Space

Even open-concept kitchens benefit from maximizing available space. You can still create an open flow while considering empty corners, awkward nooks, and crannies. The team at Keechi Creek Builders is an expert at specialty projects, including wine caves and unique areas. We'll consider your goals and how to align them with your existing space.

Not Thinking About Your Appliances

Before you start a kitchen remodel, consider your appliances. Will you use your existing fridge, stove, and other devices or purchase new ones? The answer could impact the color palette and overall design.

You may not want a luxury design without investing in high-end appliances. You may also need to allocate additional funds to your devices or upgrade to a smart system.

Overdoing the DIY Trend

The rise of home remodeling shows and social media channels makes the DIY trend look positively tantalizing. Although some minor renovation projects may make sense for your budget, tackling a kitchen remodel requires an experienced team. From securing the correct permitting to finding the best contractors and materials, a seasoned kitchen renovation team understands the unique needs of your project and executes your vision safely and efficiently.

The alternative is a kitchen you feel disappointed in or regret the investment in. Studies show that four in ten people have more DIY failures than successes. The mistakes can become costly quickly and add extra expenses to your budget.

Next Steps

Ready to reimagine what's possible for your home? Contact the team at Keechi Creek Builders to discuss your kitchen remodel project. Our Design Services include AutoCAD and 3D Renderings, Engineering and architectural Plans, HOA, and Municipality permitting.